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IRENE VARGAS

Houston,TX

Summary

Compassionate and driven nursing student at Chamberlain University with a strong commitment to patient dignity, safety, and teamwork. Known for a calm, steady presence in high stress situations and for leading with empathy, accountability, and integrity. Eager to continue growing clinically in fast paced environments such as the Emergency Department or Intensive Care Unit.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Private Family Caregiver – Dementia Care

Private Care
Houston, TX
06.2025 - Current

· Compassionate Dementia Care & Emotional Support: Provided hands-on, patient centered care for an older adult with dementia in a home setting, prioritizing emotional safety, comfort, and dignity. Built trust by listening attentively, offering reassurance during episodes of confusion, and creating a calm, supportive presence that helped the patient feel heard and secure.

· Daily Living Assistance & Safety Focused Care: Assisted with activities of daily living including bathing, feeding, mobility support, and supervised walks, while maintaining strict infection control practices, fall prevention strategies, and continuous safety awareness to support both independence and well being.

· Family Communication & Care Coordination: Communicated consistently and effectively with family members to ensure continuity of care, patient safety, and respect for the patient’s needs and preferences, demonstrating empathy, professionalism, and accountability in all interactions.

Cashier

Home Depot
Houston, TX
05.2021 - 05.2022
  • • Delivered respectful, high quality customer service in a fast paced environment
  • • Assisted customers with problem solving and product selection requiring quick learning
  • • Maintained professionalism under pressure while balancing multiple priorities
  • • Collaborated with team members to ensure safety, efficiency, and positive outcomes

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Chamberlain University
Houston, TX
03.2026

Skills

  • Collaborative team player with emerging leadership skills, strong emotional intelligence, and therapeutic communication
  • Fast learner who adapts quickly, demonstrating effective critical thinking, time management, and prioritization
  • Deeply committed to compassionate, patient-centered care through attentive listening, trust building, and respect for patient dignity

Certification

  • Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR), American Red Cross - Issued 02/2025
  • Microsoft Excel – Certified
  • Microsoft Word – Certified
  • Microsoft PowerPoint – Certified

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Private Family Caregiver – Dementia Care

Private Care
06.2025 - Current

Cashier

Home Depot
05.2021 - 05.2022

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Chamberlain University
IRENE VARGAS